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Vista Mesa

Food Service Manager

Cortez, CO · On-site

$45K - $60K/yr

Manage food purchasing, inventory, and department budgets. * Recruit, train, supervise, and schedule Food Service staff. * Monitor food quality, presentation, and resident satisfaction. * Collaborate ...

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Vista Mesa

Food Service Manager

Cortez, CO

$45K - $60K/yr

Manage food purchasing, inventory, and department budgets. * Recruit, train, supervise, and schedule Food Service staff. * Monitor food quality, presentation, and resident satisfaction. * Collaborate ...

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Sonnenalp Hotel

Purchasing Clerk

Vail, CO

$19 - $22/hr

... food and beverage department and other departments as needed for the Sonnenalp Hotel. Receive ... Notify manager of any back orders or any special delivery requests * Ensure all requisitions are ...

Sonnenalp Hotel

Purchasing Clerk

Vail, CO · On-site

$19 - $22/hr

... food and beverage department and other departments as needed for the Sonnenalp Hotel. Receive ... Notify manager of any back orders or any special delivery requests * Ensure all requisitions are ...

Sonnenalp Properties

Purchasing Clerk

Vail, CO · On-site

$19 - $22/hr

... food and beverage department and other departments as needed for the Sonnenalp Hotel. Receive ... Notify manager of any back orders or any special delivery requests * Ensure all requisitions are ...

Oskar Blues Fooderies

Chef Hourly

Denver, CO · On-site

Directly responsible for all kitchen functions including food purchasing, preparation and ... Work with restaurant managers to plan and price menu items. Establish portion sizes and prepare ...

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How much do food purchasing manager jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 3, 2026, the average yearly pay for food purchasing manager in Colorado is $88,539.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $68,300.00 and $105,200.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a food purchasing manager do?

A Food Purchasing Manager is responsible for sourcing, purchasing, and managing the supply of food products for a business, such as a restaurant, hotel, or food distributor. They negotiate with vendors, ensure quality and cost-effectiveness, maintain inventory levels, and comply with food safety regulations. Their role is crucial in maintaining a steady supply chain while optimizing costs and ensuring high-quality standards.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a food purchasing manager?

To thrive as a Food Purchasing Manager, you need a solid background in supply chain management, negotiation, budgeting, and knowledge of food safety standards, often supported by a degree in business, supply chain, or a related field. Familiarity with inventory management systems (such as ERP software), data analysis tools, and possibly certifications like Certified Purchasing Manager (CPM) are commonly valued. Strong communication, relationship-building, and problem-solving skills help you effectively manage vendor interactions and internal collaboration. These skills ensure efficient procurement processes, cost control, and high-quality food supply for the organization.

What challenges does a food purchasing manager face?

Food Purchasing Managers often navigate challenges such as balancing cost efficiency with quality requirements, ensuring timely delivery despite supply chain disruptions, and adapting to fluctuating market prices. They also need to maintain strong supplier relationships while enforcing strict food safety and compliance standards. Successful managers proactively monitor inventory levels, anticipate demand shifts, and coordinate closely with culinary and operations teams. These challenges make the role dynamic and require strong organizational, analytical, and interpersonal skills.

Is a food purchasing manager a stressful job?

A food purchasing manager's role can be stressful due to the need to manage supply chain disruptions, meet tight deadlines, and control costs. The job often requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

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Infographic showing various Food Purchasing Manager job openings in Colorado as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 87% Full Time, 11% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 81% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 17% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $88,539 per year, or $42.6 per hour.

Purchasing Manager

Shamrock Foods Company

Commerce City, CO • On-site

$135K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Posted 6 days ago

Shamrock Foods rating

8.2

Company rating: 8.2 out of 10

Based on 50 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

8th of 49 rated food wholesalers

Job description

The Purchasing Manager is responsible for all facets of Product Procurement, the management of Divisional inventory assets, Maximizing Divisional Logistics income, and maintaining the staffing required fulfilling these responsibilities.

Essential Duties:

  • Meet established goals for Order Fill measured by daily lost sales.
  • Meet established Inventory level requirements measured by average monthly inventory as a percent to cost of goods sold.
  • Meet or exceed established income budgets as measure by Monthly “Final Daily Financial”.
  • Support Corporate RFP process by attending and participating in all scheduled RFP’s.
  • Manage SKU count measured by total SKU’s, Aged Inventory, and slow-moving items.
  • Manage cost of goods through vendor management, opportunity buys, commodity purchases, and cost of freight.
  • Establish and track the performance of each associate in Purchasing and Logistics.
  • Responsible for recruiting, training, recognition, and discipline for department, measured by turnover ratio and tenure.
  • Support Produce initiatives for Markon income and package count measured by Monthly P&L.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree; or 10 to 15 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Extensive experience with purchasing management systems, inventory control processes, implementation and management.
  • Broadline Purchasing experience
  • Strong verbal/written communication skills.
  • Ability to apply basic algebra and geometry concepts as well as calculate figure and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, and percentages
  • Experience with contract negotiation
  • Strong team approach to management and ability to manage multiple projects to deadlines
  • Strong commitment and established track record of processes documentation and improvement

Pay for the role is weighted on several factors and base salary is expected to start $115-135K with annual bonus potential.   

Shamrock anticipates closing the application window for this job opportunity on or before December 31, 2026  

Corporate Summary:

At Shamrock Foods Company, people come first – our associates, our customers, and the families we serve across the nation. A privately-held, family-owned and -operated Forbes 500 company, Shamrock is an innovator in the food industry and has been since being founded in Arizona in 1922.

Our Mission: At Shamrock Foods Company, we live by our founding family’s motto to “treat associates like family and customers like friends.”

Why work for us?

Benefits are a major part of your overall compensation, and we believe offering them at an affordable cost is not only the right thing to do, but it helps keep you and your family healthy.  That’s why Shamrock Foods pays for the majority of your health insurance, allowing you to take home more of your paycheck.  And it doesn’t stop there - our associates also enjoy additional benefits such as 401(k) Savings Plan, Profit Sharing, Paid Time Off, as well as our incredible growth opportunities, continued education and wellness programs.

Equal Opportunity Employer

 At Shamrock Foods Co all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other basis protected by applicable law.

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